Cognis in Italy

Cognis S.p.A. is the Italian affiliate of the Cognis group. Cognis S.p.A. is located in Fino Mornasco on an area of 65,000 square meters - close to the south bank of lake Como and near by Milan. Utilizing its 160 years of experience in oleochemicals, Cognis markets innovative products and solutions for Home Care, Personal Care and modern nutrition, as well as high-performance products for numerous industrial markets.

Cognis combines specialty chemicals competence with marketing know-how to create ambitious offerings for its customers – always focused on the end consumer and always closely in tune with the industrial process.

Cognis S.p.A. has achieved certifications ISO 9001, ISO 14001.

The marketing strategy of Cognis is focused on the growth trends Wellness and Sustainability.

The products and solutions of the strategic business units Care Chemicals and Nutrition & Health focus on the global wellness market, with key issues such as health, beauty, anti-aging and convenience. Functional Products and Pulcra Chemicals are oriented towards the Sustainability trend: the demand for products and processes which are ecologically sound while delivering the same level or even improved performance is primarily driven by society’s changing values, increased regulations and the need for greater efficiency.